Department of Japanese Studies
Assistant Professor
(Ref. 1213/064(328)/2)
The Department invites applications for an Assistant Professorship. Applicants should (i) have a relevant PhD degree; (ii) be dedicated to teaching; (iii) have an excellent record of research and a record of successful grant applications; (iv) be able to work well as a team member; and (v) be fluent in English and Japanese. Priority will be given to applicants who specialize in Japanese media studies, cultural studies, education, urban studies, and gender studies. Multi-disciplinary and cross-cultural perspectives will be an advantage. Candidates capable of inter-disciplinary, comparative, and transnational research are particularly welcome. Duties include (a) teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels; (b) project coordination; (c) mentoring students; and (d) committee work. Appointment will normally be made on contract basis for up to three years initially commencing mid-August 2013 or as soon as possible, which, subject to mutual agreement, may lead to longer-term appointment or substantiation later. Review of applications will begin in November 2012, and applications will be accepted until the post is filled. Further information about the Department is available at http://www5.cuhk.edu.hk/jas/.

Salary and Fringe Benefits
Salary will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. The University offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package, including medical care, a contract-end gratuity for an appointment of two years or longer, and housing benefits for eligible appointee. Further information about the University and the general terms of service for appointments is available at http://www.per.cuhk.edu.hk. The terms mentioned herein are for reference only and are subject to revision by the University.

Contact:

Application Procedure
Please send full curriculum vitae, contact details of three referees, writing samples, past teaching evaluations, and a statement of research and teaching interests, to the Personnel Office by post or by fax (no. (852) 3943 1462). The Personal Information Collection Statement will be provided upon request. Please quote the reference number and mark ‘Application - Confidential’ on cover.